The Contura 596T Style soapstone stove is a tall 5 kW model designed to combine broad fire visibility with long lasting retained warmth. With a soapstone surround that continues around the sidelights, a cast iron door, and the option to add Powerstone or a fan, it is built for interiors where both material presence and heat performance matter.

The soapstone surround is central to how this stove looks and performs. Because the stone runs around the sidelights as well, it frames a wider view of the fire while also adding heat retaining mass to the appliance. In practical terms, that means you see more of the flames from different angles and continue to benefit from warmth after the main burn has reduced. The tall proportions give the stove a stronger architectural presence in the room, while the cast iron door provides the structural stability needed to handle repeated temperature change during regular use. The cool touch handle improves comfort in everyday operation, and the single control keeps combustion adjustment simple and precise.

This model also includes several features that improve lighting, refuelling, and maintenance. The Automatic Start Function controls lighting air through the grate, allowing the stove to be lit with the door shut rather than left open during start up. The Refuelling Boost Function helps revive embers that are nearly spent by introducing fresh oxygen from below, making it easier for new logs to catch. The Clean Burning system uses preheated combustion air supplied from the rear to support efficient burning over longer periods and low particle concentrations. The Silent Sliding Ashtray adds a more refined maintenance detail, especially for regular use through the heating season.

For buyers wanting even more from the stove’s heat behaviour, Powerstone can be added for extra retained warmth, while a fan offers another way to boost heat delivery into the room. Available in black or grey, and with chimney connection from above or behind, this model balances efficient day to day use with a more substantial soapstone construction.

Key Features:

• Soapstone surround
• Soapstone around sidelights
• Tall stove design
• Wide fire view
• Cast iron door
• Automatic Start Function
• Refuelling Boost Function
• Silent Sliding Ashtray
• Cool touch handle
• Clean Burning system
• Single control for combustion regulation
• Optional Powerstone
• Optional fan
• Available in black or grey
• 5 kW output
• 80% efficiency
• Maximum heating area of 120 m²
• Accepts logs up to 33 cm
• Chimney connection above or behind

Expert Insight:

A soapstone stove with material mass around the sidelights changes both the viewing experience and the heat behaviour. It not only opens the fire up visually, but also increases the amount of retained warmth within the stove body. Adding Powerstone can extend that benefit further, while a fan can help in layouts where heat needs to move more actively across the room.

Suitability:

This model is well suited to living rooms, open plan interiors, and design led spaces where a tall stove, wider flame view, and longer lasting warmth are all priorities. It is a strong choice for buyers who want a more substantial stove presence with flexible heat enhancement options.

Installation / Technical Notes:

The stove can be connected from above or behind, which helps when planning different flue routes and room layouts. Accessories listed include fan, floor protection, outdoor air inlet, Powerstone, soft close door, and turntable.